Robins News

A Verbal Plague Descended On Both Our Houses

Wednesday December 31, 2008
If you wanted inspiration this year, Macquarie Street had little to offer, writes Brian Robins.

How Society's Helping Hands May Be Dipping Into Your Pockets

Saturday December 27, 2008
It's hard to know exactly where your donations go, writes Brian Robins.

Hope For Good News On Mikey Front

Friday January 25, 2008
THE jury is still out on whether former Novocastrian Mikey Robins will return to Good News Week.

Carle In Robins' Nest And Set To Fly

Tuesday January 8, 2008
SOCCEROOS midfielder Nick Carle has put pen to paper on a three-deal at English Championship club Bristol City and could make his debut for the Robins as early as this weekend.

Brains V Beauty, Mikey V Katie, Who's On Which Side?

Friday April 27, 2007
COMEDIAN Mikey Robins will take on beauty Katie Fischer, pictured right, in a debate at Maitland in June.

Breakfast Lightens Up

Monday April 9, 2007
A revitalised Mikey Robins is fired up about his Vega gig.

Huge Load Off Mikey

Friday October 13, 2006
THE ever-shrinking Mikey Robins has a few reasons to celebrate this week but he won't be doing it with a glass of champagne.

Rebel Queen

Saturday October 7, 2006
Rebel Queen Jane Robins Simon & Schuster, $34.95

Trust In Mikey's Hands

Friday March 31, 2006
FORMER Newcastle lad Mikey Robins, pictured, has helped raise almost $40,000 for a local charity.

Mikey Champions Kids Cause

Monday March 6, 2006
COMEDIAN and radio host Mikey Robins will return to Newcastle for a jazz night this month.

If Chickens Come Home To Roost ...

Monday September 12, 2005
A new type of avian flu has the world's attention. Brian Robins reports.

National Service

Monday May 9, 2005
Mikey Robins and Ian Rogerson enjoy the prospect of a countrywide gamble.

And Another Things

Sunday December 12, 2004
Just when did chefs become the new rock stars? Mikey Robins charts their rise to fame and talks up a homespun revolution.

Mikey And His Mates Show The Best Of Wills

Monday October 4, 2004
FUNNYMAN Mikey Robins (left) reckons he would die a disorganised man if it wasn't for his wife.

Ireland Of Dreams Finds A Sea Of Opportunity

Saturday August 21, 2004
Bill Ireland is rebuilding his empire in a hurry by selling retirees "lifestyle bonds", writes Brian Robins.

Ireland The Brave

Saturday August 7, 2004
He made a motza with Challenger before the Packers drove him off. Brian Robins reports on Bill Ireland's new mission.

Macquarie Back With A Vengeance

Wednesday June 16, 2004
With the share price riding high and cash cascading into the coffers, the pay packets of top executives are bulging. Brian Robins reports.

Fat And Hungrier Than Ever

Saturday June 12, 2004
Many think MacBank looks good, thanks to some big plays that, typically, shift the risk. Brian Robins digs below the surface.

A Crude Shock

Saturday May 22, 2004
Get used to those high petrol prices, writes Brian Robins. The oil situation is bad, and the outlook is worse.

Plug Pulled On Flowcom, Some Shareholders Not Happy

Monday February 16, 2004
Some canny punters had high hopes for the telecom. Brian Robins charts their disappointment.

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